La Roldana's Saint Ginés: The Making of a Polychrome Sculpture
OngoingThe Getty Center
Go beneath the surface of this masterpiece by Luisa Roldán, known as La Roldana—masterful sculptor, artist to two Spanish kings, and pioneering woman in a male-dominated profession. The new long-term exhibition tells La Roldana's story and reveals the intricate techniques used to create the sculpture's powerfully lifelike presence.

German and Central European Manuscript Illumination
February 24–May 24The Getty Center
The tradition of book painting thrived in Germany and Central Europe for nearly a millennium, enduring even after the invention of printing in the 1400s. This exhibition, opening February 24, features manuscripts and paintings made from Cologne to Prague that reveal the richness of Central European book art. It also features a dramatic painting by Albrecht Altdorfer newly conserved at the J. Paul Getty Museum.

Tales in Sprinkled Gold: Japanese Lacquer for European Collectors
Opening March 3The Getty Center
See stunning works of Japanese lacquer from the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, traveling to the U.S. for the first time. The exhibition features the Mazarin Chest, a masterpiece of Japanese art recently restored with funding from the Getty Foundation. A selection of additional lacquer items provides history and context for this important type of Japanese art that was popular among the wealthiest European collectors.

Also Opening in MarchCarvers and Collectors: The Lasting Allure of Ancient Gems, exploring the artistry and appeal of carved gemstones, opens March 19 at the Getty Villa.

Four exhibitions open March 31 at the Getty Center: Made for Manufacture and Taking Shape: Finding Sculpture in the Decorative Arts explore the links between sculpture, decorative arts, and design. Paul Outerbridge: Command Performance and Jo Ann Callis: Woman Twirling present the work of trailblazing American photographers.

Saturday Nights at the Getty: Peter Himmelman
Saturday, March 7, 7:30 p.m.The Getty Center
Rock troubadour Peter Himmelman, known for his unpredictable and raucous live shows, performs edgily beautiful songs from his recent album The Pigeons Couldn't Sleep. Free; reservations are required and are available beginning Tuesday, February 24, at 9:00 a.m.

The Archaeological Discoveries at Sagalassos: Revelations about Life in an Ancient Roman City
Thursday, March 12, 7:30 p.m.The Getty Villa
Discover the story behind the vast ruins and colossal statues recently unearthed at Sagalassos in Turkey, once a thriving metropolis at the heart of the Roman Empire. Marc Waelkens, director of the excavation, describes the finds and what they tell us about life in ancient times. Free; a ticket is required.

Conservation of the Ahichhatragarh-Nagaur Fort in India
Thursday, March 19, 7:00 p.m.The Getty Center
Learn how the once-dilapidated palaces and gardens of this monumental ancient fort were restored to their original glory. Minakshi Jain, director of the conservation project, reveals how her team combined modern scientific techniques with traditional building methods. Free; reservations required.

Curator Spotlight Series: Sacred Art and Ritual Display in German Manuscript Illumination around the Year 1000
Wednesday, March 25, 3:00 p.m.The Getty Center
In the second installment of our new series presenting curators' perspectives on artwork on display at the Getty Center, associate curator of Manuscripts Kristen Collins considers sumptuous German manuscripts of the early Middle Ages. The free talk complements the exhibition German and Central European Manuscript Illumination.

Illuminating German Art and Opera
Saturday, March 21, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.The Getty Center
Fill your day with looking, listening, and learning about German art and music as you explore the connections between the exhibition German and Central European Manuscript Illumination and LA Opera's upcoming production of Wagner's Das Rheingold and Die Walküre. Course fee is $60 ($30 students/seniors) and includes lunch.

Family Festival
Saturday, March 28, 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.The Getty Center
Embark for Japan at this daylong festival inspired by the upcoming exhibition Tales in Sprinkled Gold: Japanese Lacquer for European Collectors. Make your own lacquer box, enjoy taiko drumming and ikebana demonstrations, and get carried away by master storytellers. Free; drop by any time.

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